Cross-platform development frameworks : overview of contemporary technologies and methods for cross-platform application development
Keith Vassallo, Lalit Kishore Garg · OAR@UM (University of Malta) · 2016
This is paper provides an overview of the technologies currently (2016) available and in development which allow the development of cross-platform applications. Both server-side and client-side applications are considered, as well as applications for web, desktop and mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. A web-based approach is recommended for the development of truly cross-platform applications across devices and operating system. Topics discussed include the contemporary background within which cross-platform technologies are developing, full-stack web development using a MEAN stack, cross-platform mobile development methodologies and web-based desktop application development.